Emily sat on the couch in her mother’s apartment, staring out the window. It had been over a month or more since Alex left her..since he had walked out of their marriage without even a second glance. No calls, no texts. Nothing. It was as if she had ceased to exist for him. The silence from him was deafening, and it left her thinking if she wasn’t worth being with.Her mother, Mary, was pacing up and down in the living room as she always did when she was upset, muttering under her breath, cursing Alex, Leah, the company, everything.She has been quiet for so long and restless about how fast everything that she planned went down the drain.“I still can’t believe that girl! After everything, she swooped in and took half the company. Half! Do you know how hard I worked to push Leah out of the way so you could have everything? And now..now she walks in and takes it all back, just like that!” Mary’s voice was laced with venom as she ranted.Emily sighed and turned away from the window, h
Few weeks later, Emily was coughing badly, her health had deteriorated so badly that she was unrecognizable. She couldn’t even step out due to shame.She stared at her reflection in the cracked bathroom mirror, barely recognizing the woman looking back at her. Her once glossy hair was dull and lifeless, her cheeks sunken in, and dark circles painted under her eyes. She ran her fingers through her hair, tugging at the strands, as if hoping to pull some of the old Emily back to the surface. But she knew deep down, she wasn’t the same anymore.Her body had changed. Her mind had changed. And her heart? It was shattered beyond repair."Emily, you need to rest," Mary’s voice called from the kitchen, her tone filled with concern and frustration. "You’re running yourself into the ground. You need to be strong"Emily ignored her mother’s nagging. She had grown tired of hearing it…"Rest? What has she been doing these few weeks if not staying indoors? How could she rest when everything was fa
Mary’s morning started like every other day. She woke up, still in her pajamas, and sat at the breakfast table, staring at her untouched cup of coffee. But today, something was different. The endless thoughts of Leah had pushed her over the edge..She couldn’t take it anymore. She knew that Leah’s presence was the root of all of Emily’s suffering. She needed peace, and the only way to get it was to get rid of the one person who had turned everything upside down, this time not temporary but permanently.The idea had been festering for weeks, but now it had grown into a dark plan she was ready to execute. Leah had to be eliminated. Not through some petty argument or confrontation…no, Mary was ready to go to extreme measures.She put down her teacup, her fingers tapping slightly on it as she picked up her phone. Scrolling through her contacts, she landed on a number she hadn’t dialed in years. The man was known for handling "delicate" matters, and if anyone could make Leah disappear w
Leah woke up that morning feeling heavier than usual. Her body ached in ways that she couldn’t explain, and her head throbbed with an intensity that made her wince every time she moved. As she tried to sit up in bed, her vision swam for a moment, making her grab the edge of the bed for support.Richie, who had already gotten up, noticed her struggling. He walked over, concern etched across his face. "Babe, you okay?"Leah shook her head, blinking a few times to steady herself. "I don’t know. I just feel... off. Like something’s not right."Richie knelt beside her, placing a hand on her forehead. "You’re burning up. I think you might have a fever. Maybe you should take the day off and rest."Leah let out a small, frustrated sigh. "I can't miss work today. You know I've been off work for a while now. And things are piling up for me. There’s so much to do. But maybe I should stop by the hospital and get checked out, just to be sure."Richie nodded, still frowning. "That’s a good idea. B
Leah glanced at her phone; Richie was calling."Hey babe, how are you?" he asked."Alive. On my way to the hospital.""Oh okay. I am about to go in for a meeting and I wanted to hear from you first. I hope your driver is driving calmly?" Richie asked."I didn’t go with Paul. I told him he could stay back today. I need some alone time, and the guards have been hovering. I can't breathe. I’m not in the mood to be followed, and lately, I get irritated over the smallest things. So, I’m driving myself," Leah explained.Richie frowned. "Babe, that’s not safe. You’re unwell. You should’ve let Paul drive and just told the guards to stay back.""I’m fine," Leah insisted, her tone firm. "Please, I just need some space.""Okay, but be careful. Alright? I love you""Sure, I will, love you too" Leah said before hanging up.Few minutes later, Leah sat in the small, sterile office at the hospital, anxiously tapping her fingers on her knee. Her mind raced as she waited for the doctor to arrive. The
Leah's heart was racing as she drove out of the hospital parking lot. The day had taken a surprising turn, and she was filled with excitement after hearing the news that she was pregnant! She placed a hand on her stomach, feeling warmth at the thought of a new life growing inside her. All she could think about was Richie, how happy he’d be, how they’d plan their future, and how they’d share the news with the kids. "I can’t wait to tell him,” she whispered, her fingers brushing over her phone. She had promised herself to wait until he got back from his seminar. Leah could already picture the joy on Richie’s face when he heard the news in person. Their lives had been going so well, and this baby would be the perfect next step. She drummed her fingers on the steering wheel, her mind dancing with thoughts of baby names and nursery colors when suddenly…BANG! a loud bang shattered her daydream…. A sharp sound pierced the air, followed by the cracking of her windshield. Pan
Mary sat in her luxurious living room, the dim light casting soft shadows on her face. Her fingers drummed rhythmically on the armrest of her leather couch as she waited for the call. A sly smile tugged at the corners of her lips, anticipating the news. Finally, her phone rang. She checked the caller ID: Ranson. The smile widened even more as she answered. Knowing he makes no mistakes."Hello, Ranson. I hope you’ve got good news for me," Mary said, her tone dripping with confidence."Yes, ma’am," Ranson's gruff voice replied. "It’s done. The report we’re getting is that Leah’s been hit. If she ain’t dead yet, she’s pretty close to it. I’d say she might not make it."Mary’s heart skipped a beat, but only out of excitement. A rush of satisfaction filled her chest. She let out a soft, almost musical laugh that grew louder until it echoed through her spacious home."Well done, Ranson. Well done!" she said, still chuckling. "I knew I could count on you to put that girl in her place.""I k
Richie’s hand trembled as he hung up the phone, the news had hit him so bad. His mind spun, struggling to process what he had just been told. Leah, his Leah, was hurt badly. The details were still unclear, but it was serious enough for Dazzle to call the family in a panic.His legs suddenly were too weak to hold him up. His heart pounded in his chest, each beat heavier than the last. Grabbing his phone, Richie immediately canceled all his upcoming seminars and meetings, sending quick emails to his assistants. They would have to figure out the rest on their own. Leah was his priority now. Without wasting another second, he booked the earliest flight back home, his fingers shaking as he typed in his information.Meanwhile, Dazzle was pacing outside the hospital room, his phone clutched tightly in his hand. He had already called everyone in the family, delivering the horrible news. Their father, Mr. Leo had been silent on the phone, but Dazzle could hear the pain and fear in his fat